There’s a difference between watching a match and living it. Where you are, what you have in your hand and who you share the night with determine which one actually happens. At Etro Rooftop, the signature bar on the 16th floor of Binn Hotel in El Poblado, the 2026 World Cup has a setting that few places in Medellín can match: a bar built from Colombian ingredients, a 360° view over the Valle de Aburrá and a kitchen that understands sharing.
Etro’s cocktails aren’t designed to be drunk fast or to look good in a photo. They’re designed to accompany a long night with intention. And a World Cup night is exactly that.
The logic of Etro’s bar program for the World Cup
Etro’s signature menu has five cocktails. Each one starts from a Colombian ingredient with its own history and arrives in the glass with contemporary bar technique. For the football-watching format, that precision matters: these aren’t drinks that tire the palate after the second round. They’re balanced constructions that hold up throughout the night.
Etro’s bar program doesn’t change for the World Cup. There’s no special menu or themed cocktail list to wait for. What’s there is enough for the night to work from start to finish, from warmup to extra time.
The five signature cocktails: what to order at each point in the match
Before the match: Esfumado — $38,000
Aged rum, Frangelico, tamarind syrup, orange peel and clarified spirit.
Esfumado is the aperitif cocktail for concrete reasons. The aged rum provides the base, the Frangelico adds depth without imposing and the tamarind balances with simultaneous acidity and sweetness. For the minutes before kickoff, when conversation still revolves around lineups and predictions, this is the right drink.
First half: Silencio — $38,000
Absolut Vodka infused with coconut oil, thyme syrup and mandarin lemon juice.
Silencio is the most functional cocktail on the menu for a match night. It’s light, refreshing and doesn’t tire the palate. The coconut oil softens without sweetening, the thyme delivers an herbal note that catches people off guard and the mandarin lemon keeps everything in balance. For the first 45 minutes, when focus is on the screen, this is the companion that doesn’t distract.
Halftime: Sabroso — $45,000
Red wine reduction with berries, mint syrup, Absolut Vodka and tonic.
Halftime is the most social moment of a football night. Everyone talks at once, plays get debated and predictions get made. Sabroso is the cocktail for that moment: the red wine reduction with berries gives it depth, the mint keeps it fresh and the tonic opens it up. It’s the drink that generates conversation because its flavor generates questions.
Second half: Revelación Rubí — $45,000
Bourbon with rye notes, corozo syrup, pineapple extract and lemon juice.
Corozo is a Caribbean Colombian fruit — acidic, with an intense red color that defines the glass. Paired with rye-forward bourbon and pineapple extract, the result is the most Colombian cocktail on the menu. For the second half, when the match has taken shape and emotions are more defined, Revelación Rubí is the choice that connects with the night.
To celebrate a goal or the final result: Niebla — $60,000
Ojo de Tigre mezcal from 8-year-old espadín agave, pennyroyal syrup and mandarin lemon.
Niebla is the cocktail for decisive moments. Ojo de Tigre is a character mezcal made from eight-year-old espadín agave, with a smoky complexity that the pennyroyal complements with a very specific mentholated note from Colombia’s Andean flora. To celebrate a goal or a round advance, this is the drink that’s up to the moment.
When the result calls for it: champagne and sparkling wines
If Colombia advances in the tournament, Etro has options for celebrating at altitude. The Prosecco Zonin ($352,000) is the most accessible entry point. The Moët Chandon Brut Imperial ($911,000) is the middle ground between quality and price. The Veuve Clicquot ($1,055,000) is for the moments that don’t repeat themselves. And the Dom Pérignon ($3,305,000) is there when the night fully justifies it.
For those who prefer classics throughout the match, the menu covers the range: Mojito ($45,000), Old Fashioned ($50,000), Paloma ($50,000) or Mezcalita ($61,000), among others.
Cocktail and food pairings for match night
Etro’s kitchen is built around sharing at the center of the table, which makes it ideal for the football-watching format. Some pairings that work particularly well:
- Esfumado with the Corn Tentacles ($45,000): the tamarind in the cocktail and the chipotle on the corn share an acidity that complements each other.
- Silencio with the Sweet Potato and Pork Rib Croquettes ($49,000): the coconut oil in the drink connects naturally with the sweetness of the potato.
- Sabroso with the Pork Belly Bao ($55,000): the berry reduction and the dark beer glaze on the bao have a similar depth that runs in parallel.
- Revelación Rubí with the Etro Burger ($65,000): the bourbon with corozo and the imported beef with crispy bacon balance each other well.
- Niebla with the Pork Belly Ceviche ($60,000): the mezcal’s smokiness and the ceviche’s cilantro complement each other without competing.
The atmosphere at Etro during the World Cup
Etro Rooftop is not a sports bar. It’s a signature bar that during the World Cup offers something conventional sports bars don’t have: the ability to watch the match without giving up the quality of the experience.
The 16th floor of Binn Hotel has a 360° view over the Valle de Aburrá that changes with each hour. The floor-to-ceiling windows make the city part of the atmosphere throughout the entire night. The DJ nights programming on weekends adapts so music accompanies the match without competing with it.
Capacity is 80 in sit-down format and up to 150 in cocktail style. For the most important matches of the tournament, availability fills up in advance. As detailed in the complete reservation guide for Etro Rooftop, securing the table several days ahead is the smartest decision for key World Cup dates.
Free covered parking is available for visitors and the bar is at Carrera 25 #10-51, Transversal Superior, El Poblado, Medellín, minutes from Provenza and Parque Lleras.
For those who want to understand what sets Etro apart from any other rooftop in Medellín before deciding, the comparison between Etro and other rooftops in the city gives the necessary context.
Frequently asked questions
What signature cocktails does Etro Rooftop have?
Five: Esfumado ($38,000), Silencio ($38,000), Sabroso ($45,000), Niebla ($60,000) and Revelación Rubí ($45,000). All with Colombian ingredients and contemporary bar technique.
Which Etro cocktail is best for watching the World Cup?
It depends on the moment. Silencio for the first half, Sabroso for halftime, Revelación Rubí for the second half and Niebla to celebrate.
Where is Etro Rooftop in Medellín?
At Carrera 25 #10-51, Transversal Superior, El Poblado, Medellín. 16th floor of Binn Hotel.
What is Etro Rooftop?
A signature bar on the 16th floor of Binn Hotel, El Poblado, Medellín. Colombian-ingredient cocktails, shared gastronomy and a 360° view over the Valle de Aburrá.
Do I need to book to watch World Cup matches at Etro?
Yes, especially for decisive matches. Book in advance through the Binn Hotel website or via WhatsApp.
The 2026 World Cup has 64 matches. How many of them you watch from the 16th floor of El Poblado, with a Revelación Rubí in hand and the Valle de Aburrá as backdrop, depends on how early you book.
Reserve your table at Etro Rooftop for the 2026 World Cup and secure your spot before availability runs out.
